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You will receive advanced training in the design, conception, and qualification of plants and facilities for the production of pharmaceutical products for both human and veterinary use.

You will explore different types of pharmaceutical plants, covering all pharmaceutical forms, including new trends in biotechnology.

What it prepares you for

Upon completing this master’s program, you will be able to work as:

  • Pharmaceutical Process Engineer
  • Project Engineer
  • Cross-functional Movement / Internal Promotion within the Pharmaceutical Sector
  • Project Manager in the Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Pharmaceutical Consultant / Advisor

This will allow you to work in:

  • Pharmaceutical Laboratories
  • Machinery Manufacturers
  • Pharmaceutical Engineering Companies
  • Top-tier Installation Companies

Who is the target audience?

Ideal for graduates in:

Although it is also aimed at

looking to enhance their skills and knowledge in pharmaceutical plant design.

Other admission requirements

If the demand exceeds available spots, the Postgraduate Committee will consider the following weighting criteria to select the most suitable candidates:

  • Professional Experience (Years of experience in engineering and responsibilities held) 35%
  • Letters of recommendation from professors and/or professionals supporting the application 15%
  • University Degree & Academic Record 35%
  • Application Process, including a personal statement and motivational interview conducted by the program director 15%

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Key Information

Duration

October – June

Credits:

60 ECTS

Teaching Mode:

On-site

Class Schedule for On-Site Learning:

Friday: 16:00h to 21:00h
Saturday: 9:00h to 14:00h

Title

At the end of the program, you will receive the official degree: Master’s Degree in Technology and Processes for the Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Industry, awarded by Francisco de Vitoria University.

Language

English

Study Plan

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1. INTRODUCCIÓN A LA INDUSTRIA FARMACÉUTICA
2. NORMATIVAS Y GUÍAS DE CALIDAD APLICABLES EN EL DISEÑO DE PLANTAS FARMACÉUTICAS
Quality Management in Pharmaceutical Plant Design
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GMP Regulatory Standards
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FDA, Euph/USP.PDA, PIC Regulations
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ICH Q8 (Quality Risk Management), Q9, Q10, and Q11
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ASME BPE, ASTM E2500-13, ISPE, PMBOK
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Drug Registration Process
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Relationship with health authorities
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3. CONCEPCIÓN Y DISEÑO DE UNA PLANTA
Conception & Design of a Pharmaceutical Plant
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Types of Plants & Layout Conception
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Production
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Warehouses
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Quality Control & Auxiliary Areas
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Capacity Studies
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4. DISEÑO DE INSTALACIONES
General Services: GMP Design
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Air Treatment Systems & HVAC
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Cleanrooms. Classification
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Dust Extraction Systems (SAS)
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Pharmaceutical Water Systems & Distribution
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Pharmaceutical Gases: Compressed Air, Vacuum, Nitrogen (N₂)
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ATEX Systems
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Waste Treatment
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5. MAQUINARIA DE PRODUCCIÓN
Oral Solid Dosage Manufacturing
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Oral Liquid, Ointments, and Aerosol Manufacturing
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Sterilization Equipment: Steam Autoclaves
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Dry Heat Ovens & Tunnels
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Ethylene Oxide Autoclaves & Sterile Filtration
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Injectable Manufacturing
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Lyophilizers
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Biological Product Manufacturing
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Packaging & Conditioning of Pharmaceuticals
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CIP/SIP Systems
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Collaborating Entities

Practices

Selection process
The internship coordinator sends the candidates to the companies, which select the student based on his or her experience, qualities and skills.
2.Follow-up
During the internship, the student is assigned two tutors: Company Tutor and University Tutor. The Company, by agreement, undertakes to monitor, advise, support and evaluate the progress of the students, guaranteeing guidance and consultation of the student.
Completion
At the end of the externship, the company tutor will provide an evaluation report that contributes to the evaluation of these students.

9 months

in which students will join the teams of external institutions as professional trainees, gaining hands-on experience and developing the necessary skills for their careers.

Some of the partner companies with which we have signed agreements include:

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Faculty

Ana Maqueda

Máster en Ingeniería Farmacéutica, Directora Académica

Ana Cazorla

Directora de la División de Calidad de Toivoa Pharma

Eduardo Rodríguez

Director Técnico de C.P.M Formación GMP

Dra. Ana Mª Martínez Relimpio

Profesora Adjunta e Investigadora del grupo Endocannabinoides y Neuroinflamación en la UFV

Manuel Calvín

Pharmaceutical working experience

Luis Parra

Gerente y socio de Sycatec Ingenieria S.L. y Sisga S.L.

José María Fernández Guerra

Engineering Head en Bayer

Juan Medina

Director de operaciones en Toivoa Pharma

Eugenia Saez Rodriguez

Senior Manufacturing Manager en Pfizer

Price of the Postgraduate 25/26

Title of title

Master’s Degree in Technology and Processes for the Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Industry

Monthly fee

Reservation of a place

Enrollment

Scholarships and grants

Dirigido a titulados universitarios con un rendimiento académico sobresaliente.

Apoyando a los alumnos que deseen obtener una titulación

Contribuye a la igualdad de oportunidades

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We look forward to meeting you!

We tell you step by step how to complete the admission process.

1

Fill in the form to receive your request. When you are registered in the Candidate Portal, you will need to attach different documents in order to make the reservation.

2

Once admitted, you will have 15 calendar days to reserve your place through the Candidate Portal (see fee schedule).

3

Once you have reserved your place, you will be able to self-enroll through the University Portal of the University within the period communicated via email by the Academic Coordination.

4

Finally, you will be able to apply for the scholarship that fits your profile, being able to opt for discounts of up to 50%. You can see our scholarships by clicking on the button below.

We recommend to see the complete guide for the admission process. You can find more details to take into account in multiple cases that can be very useful.

View Complete Guide (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I start the admission process?

You must send us an email to postgrado@ufv.es so that we can register you in the Applicant Portal and you can upload the requested admission and registration documents.

What are the steps for the admission process?

  1. Apply for registration in the candidate portal through
  2. postgrado@ufv.es.
  3. Upload the required documentation.
  4. Conduct the admission interview*.
  5. Reserve your place if you are admitted.

*The admission interview is only required for certain master’s degrees.

What documentation do I have to upload to the applicant portal?

General Documentation:

Admission Application Form completed electronically.
Updated Curriculum Vitae.
Motivation letter.
2 letters of recommendation*.
Photocopy of the front and back of your ID card or passport.
A recent, passport-size, color photograph.
*Letters of recommendation are required for certain programs.

Academic documentation:

University Master’s Degrees.

If you have studied in Spain:

Certified copy of both sides of the university academic degree (in case the Bachelor’s degree has not been issued, you must submit the Supplementary Certification to the Degree).
Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record) if you apply for access to any of the following master’s degree programs:
University Master’s Degree in Advanced Therapies in Biomedicine.
Master’s Degree in General Health Psychology
If you are a graduate from a foreign university within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA):

Certified copy of the university degree together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record) together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
If you are a graduate from an educational system outside the European Higher Education Area (EHEA)

Certified copy on all sides of the university degree, duly legalized and apostilled, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record), duly legalized, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
Master’s Degrees

Photocopy of the university degree, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.

When do I know whether or not I am admitted to a master’s program?

Once all documents have been validated and the admission interview has been conducted, if applicable, you will receive an email notification from the admissions committee with the resolution of your application within 24/48 hours.

What is the deadline to reserve a place?

Once the decision of the admissions committee is known, if it is favorable, you will have a period of 15 days to pay the reservation fee **.

*If you do not make the reservation within the stipulated period, your place will be made available to another candidate.
**The 15-day deadline may be reduced if the application for admission is made within the last three weeks prior to the start of classes of the Postgraduate Program, or if there is a reduced number of vacancies to fill the group.

How can I pay the reservation fee?

Once admission has been notified, you will be able to reserve your place from the candidate’s portal through a secure payment gateway.

I have already reserved my place. How can I register?

The academic coordination team will contact you by email a few days before the start of the master’s program with a guide that includes all the steps to follow so that you can self-enroll.

*In order to self-enroll you will need to have provided all the documentation.

How can I find out about UFV scholarships and how can I apply for them?

By clicking on the following link to Scholarships you can find out about all the scholarships we offer, the requirements and how to apply for them.

If you are a UFV Alumni you have access to a 20% scholarship on tuition fees.

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